When we are children, our parents take us to the doctor every year for an annual physical check-up to make sure there is nothing physically wrong with us. Maybe there should be annual mental health check-ups as well. Perhaps this would eventually lead to a more emotionally-stable adult population in the future.

When we are children, our parents take us to the doctor every year for an annual physical check-up to make sure there is nothing physically wrong with us. Maybe there should be annual mental health check-ups as well. Perhaps this would eventually lead to a more emotionally-stable adult population in the future.

When we are victimized, it is NOT our fault. It is the fault of the perpetrator. However, there may be things that we are doing or not doing that increase the possibility that something bad will happen to us, which is why it's important to pay attention.

When we are victimized, it is NOT our fault. It is the fault of the perpetrator. However, there may be things that we are doing or not doing that increase the possibility that something bad will happen to us, which is why it's important to pay attention.

Oftentimes we are too busy to read instructions and directions. Or if we do read them we don’t read them carefully. Either scenario can lead to mistakes, a huge waste of time and money, and perhaps a catastrophic outcome if the directions were related to the use of a medication or the assembly of a mechanical/electrical product. We are oftentimes our own worst enemy, capable of avoiding mishaps by putting more time, attention and good judgment into our choices.

Oftentimes we are too busy to read instructions and directions. Or if we do read them we don’t read them carefully. Either scenario can lead to mistakes, a huge waste of time and money, and perhaps a catastrophic outcome if the directions were related to the use of a medication or the assembly of a mechanical/electrical product. We are oftentimes our own worst enemy, capable of avoiding mishaps by putting more time, attention and good judgment into our choices.

When bad stuff is happening in your life, count your blessings. Keep in mind that things could be a whole lot worse. #gratitude

When bad stuff is happening in your life, count your blessings. Keep in mind that things could be a whole lot worse. #gratitude

It is great to be passionate about a cause we believe in. But at the same time, we need to pay attention and avoid arrogance that can blind our judgment.

It is great to be passionate about a cause we believe in. But at the same time, we need to pay attention and avoid arrogance that can blind our judgment.